Communications Advisor (18 Month Contract)

Town of Milton

Milton, Ontario, Canada
Base: $87,028.00 - $108,783.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Hybrid
Strategic communications planning
Public engagement
Risk and crisis communications
This position is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating communications strategies for Town of Milton initiatives, programs and services

Job Summary

  • This position is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating communications strategies for Town of Milton initiatives, programs and services.
  • Major responsibilities include strategic communications planning, advising on department operations, issues management, emergency communications planning, and community development and engagement.
  • The contract position offers an annual salary range of $87,028 - $108,783, payment in lieu of benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and eligibility for the OMERS pension plan.

Matching Summary

This position is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating communications strategies for Town of Milton initiatives, programs and services.

Salary

Base: $87,028.00 - $108,783.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Payment in Lieu of Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, OMERS pension plan eligibility, Paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • strategic communications planning
  • public engagement
  • risk and crisis communications
  • media relations
  • digital strategy
  • issues management

Nice-to-have

  • strong understanding of municipal government
  • experience liaising with elected officials
  • diplomacy and tact
  • strong negotiation skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in communications, marketing, public relations
  • Demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities
  • Advanced proficiency in digital and social media
  • Strong knowledge of Canadian Press Style
  • Knowledge of AODA regulations and CASL requirements

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

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